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China's Breakneck Metro System Growth, in One Amazing GIF

Watch Chinese cities' metro systems grow at staggering speed in just 30 years with this mesmerizing GIF.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 23 May 2017

Why Has China Built So Many Metro Systems?

An exploration of China's weird and wonderful metro systems.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 25 May 2022

China's Metro Windows Now Have OLED Smart Displays

The new tech by LG can be found in metros in Beijing and Shenzhen.

by Rakini Bergundy, 24 August 2020

Stunning Photos Capture Everyday Life on Beijing Metro

Over a 10-year span, photographer Zhang Xinghai captured the everyday reality of commuting in the capital.

by That's Beijing, 11 November 2016

Beijingers Can Now Pay for the Subway Using Their Phones

That's right – no more metro cards!

by Justine Lopez, 14 August 2017

Beijing to Expand Metro Lines to 900km by 2020

With the expansion, the subway will be able to handle a flow of 15 million passengers a day.

by Justine Lopez, 06 November 2017

Beijing Metro Cameras Can Now Detect Non-Mask Wearing Passengers

Masks on, people!

by Bridget O'Donnell, 13 April 2020

Shenzhen Metro Passenger Charged Overtime Fees for Station Stays

Passengers on the Shenzhen Metro have recently reported being charged overtime fees for station stays exceeding the maximum limit.

by Billy Jiang, 17 April 2023

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Thanks for the overview of the new HSK standards. It gave me a much better picture of the changes in the exam. I've also found vocabulary lists for the new HSK levels: https://www.hackchinese.com/exams/New%20HSK%203. It looks like a good resource for HSK test preparation.

Jina

April 27, 2021 at 18:10 pm

Indeed.. Good writing.

theCalmer

April 14, 2021 at 18:44 pm

Is this still there?

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January 17, 2021 at 9:45 am

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